ACC confirms venues for T20 Asia Cup
The Asian Cricket Council has announced the venues for the Men’s Asia Cup 2025, and cricket fans are overjoyed. The India vs Pakistan match will be played on 14 September at the Dubai International Stadium, where the matches between the two teams are very competitive. The tournament will be held in T20 format from September 9 to 28, which is crucial for the preparation of the T20 World Cup to be held next year.
Opening match in Abu Dhabi, final in Dubai
The first match of the Asia Cup will begin with the Afghanistan vs Hong Kong match on 9 September at the Abu Dhabi Cricket Stadium. India will play their first match of this tournament against the UAE in Dubai on 10 September. The grand finale will be held on 28 September at the Dubai International Stadium.
Three India-Pakistan encounters are likely
Fans can expect to see India and Pakistan clash three times during the tournament – in the group stage, in the Super Fours, and possibly in the final, if both teams advance.
Group A comprises teams such as India, Pakistan, the UAE, and Oman, while Group B includes Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, and Hong Kong.
Asia Cup 2025 Full Schedule
| Date | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Sept 9 | Afghanistan vs Hong Kong | Abu Dhabi |
| Sept 10 | India vs UAE | Dubai |
| Sept 11 | Bangladesh vs Hong Kong | Abu Dhabi |
| Sept 12 | Pakistan vs Oman | Dubai |
| Sept 13 | Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka | Abu Dhabi |
| Sept 14 | India vs Pakistan | Dubai |
| Sept 15 | UAE vs Oman | Abu Dhabi |
| Sept 15 | Sri Lanka vs Hong Kong | Dubai |
| Sept 16 | Bangladesh vs Afghanistan | Abu Dhabi |
| Sept 17 | Pakistan vs UAE | Dubai |
| Sept 18 | Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan | Abu Dhabi |
| Sept 19 | India vs Oman | Abu Dhabi |
| Sept 20 | Super 4: B1 vs B2 | Dubai |
| Sept 21 | Super 4: A1 vs A2 | Dubai |
| Sept 23 | Super 4: A2 vs B1 | Abu Dhabi |
| Sept 24 | Super 4: A1 vs B2 | Dubai |
| Sept 25 | Super 4: A2 vs B2 | Dubai |
| Sept 26 | Super 4: A1 vs B1 | Dubai |
| Sept 28 | Final | Dubai |
Discussion and Context
The confirmation comes amidst tensions between the two countries after the Pahalgam terror attack by Pakistan and Operation Sindoor, which has led to protests against the match between India and Pakistan. Despite the controversy, the ACC has assured that the matches will be played as per schedule.
India-Pakistan is expected to be a very special and thrilling contest, and with the tournament being played at world-class UAE venues, the Asia Cup 2025 is shaping up to be the most exciting tournament ever.
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